Plastic Strapping – Strapping is used to secure products usually used for storage and for shipping items. Everyone knows that when you strap your inventory, it extends the life of your product while keeping it protected from any damage. It organizes your inventory and makes it presentable for your customer or vendor. You actually end up freeing space by keeping everything organized. Strapping your product also prevents injury.
Two Types of Plastic Strapping: Polyester vs. Polypropylene
Polyester strapping is the stronger plastic in comparison to polypropylene strapping. The reason why is because it can be preserved for a really long amount of time. It’s also green-friendly and economical.
When it does come to economics, this is where polypropylene beats polyester strapping. Even though this strapping is not as strong as polyester, it still has a break strength of 2000.
Strapping Break Strength Chart
| Steel Strapping |
| 1/2” X .020 RD, 1180# Break Strength, 2942’ per Roll |
| 1/2” X .023 RD, 1250# Break Strength, 2558’ per Roll |
| 5/8” X .020 RD, 1470# Break Strength, 2046’ per Roll |
| 5/8” X .023 RD, 1690# Break Strength, 2046’ per Roll |
| 3/4” X .020 RD, 1770# Break Strength, 1961’ per Roll |
| 3/4” X.023 RD, 2030# Break Strength, 1705’ per Roll |
| 1/2” X. 020 HT, 1485# Break Strength, 2492’ per Roll |
| 1/2” X .020 HT, 1485# Break Strength, 2492’ per Roll |
| 3/4” X .029 HT, 3305# Break Strength, 1300’ per Roll |
| Polyester Strapping |
| 1/2” X .020, 600# Break Strength, 7200’ per Roll |
| 1/2” X .028, 750# Break Strength, 6500’ per Roll |
| 5/8” X .028, 950# Break Strength, 5100’ per Roll |
| 5/8” X .035, 1400# Break Strength, 3940’ per Roll |
| Polypropylene Strapping |
| 1/2” X .026, 500# Break Strength, 7200’ per Roll |
| 1/2” X .031, 600# Break Strength, 7200’ per Roll |